FIFTH THIRD BANK NAMED PRESENTING SPONSOR OF CHRISTMAS NIGHTS OF LIGHTS AT INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS

Friday, October 2, 2026 at 7:00 PM

The Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center is proud to announce Fifth Third Bank as the presenting sponsor of Christmas Nights of Lights, the annual drive-through holiday light experience returning to the Fairgrounds this holiday season.

The new partnership brings together Fifth Third Bank and the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center around an event that welcomes families from across Central Indiana during the holiday season.

“We are excited to welcome Fifth Third Bank as a partner for Christmas Nights of Lights,” said LeRoy Lewis III, Director of Community and Media Engagement at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center. “This event has become a holiday tradition for thousands of families and having a community-focused organization like Fifth Third Bank join us helps strengthen the experience and deepen our connection to the people of Indiana.”

Christmas Nights of Lights transforms the Indiana State Fairgrounds into a drive-through holiday experience featuring more than one million lights synchronized to holiday music. Guests enjoy the show from the comfort of their vehicles as they travel through more than two miles of displays, light tunnels and other holiday features.

"As the inaugural presenting sponsor of Christmas Nights of Lights at the Indiana State Fairgrounds, Fifth Third is proud to help bring this beloved holiday tradition to families across Indiana,” said Mike Ash, Regional President, Fifth Third Bank. “The holidays are a time to come together, create lasting memories, and celebrate the spirit of our community. Christmas Nights of Lights provides a magical and accessible experience for families of all ages, and we're honored to be part of making the season brighter for so many Hoosiers."

The 2026 Christmas Nights of Lights is scheduled to run November 6 through December 31 at the Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center.

Additional information about this year’s Christmas Nights of Lights, including purchasing tickets, special promotions, community partnerships and show highlights, can be found at ChristmasNightsOfLights.com.